What is Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune is a Microsoft 365 service designed to manage and secure company devices — including PCs, smartphones, and tablets — through a centralized, cloud-based console.
With Intune, organizations gain full control over which devices can access corporate data, ensuring security, productivity, and regulatory compliance across the board.
Key features of Microsoft Intune
Centralized device management
Intune enables secure, unified management of various types of devices:
- Windows and macOS computers
- Android and iOS smartphones and tablets
- Personal (BYOD) devices
You can define specific access and usage rules based on user roles and device types.
Protection of corporate data
Intune enforces security policies to prevent data loss or unauthorized access. For example:
- Blocks copy/paste actions between corporate and personal apps
- Requires PIN or biometric authentication for sensitive apps
- Allows remote wipe of corporate data only, preserving personal data
Automated software and update deployment
Using Intune, you can remotely deploy and manage:
- Corporate applications (e.g., Microsoft 365, antivirus, ERP)
- Mobile apps
- Security patches and OS updates
- Default security settings and configurations
No need for physical access to devices.
Compliance enforcement
Intune automatically checks that each device complies with company security standards, including:
- Up-to-date operating system
- Use of passwords or PINs
- No jailbreak or rooting
- Active antivirus protection
Non-compliant devices are blocked from accessing corporate data.
Integration with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
When used with Defender for Endpoint, Intune offers enhanced security capabilities:
- Threat detection and response
- Automatic isolation of compromised devices
- Self-healing security restoration
A robust and modern endpoint protection solution.
Why your business needs Microsoft Intune
- Prevents data leaks
- Reduces cybersecurity risks
- Streamlines device management
- Automates configurations and updates
- Protects users working remotely or on the go
Practical examples of Intune usage
- Auto-configure a new PC in just 15 minutes
- Remotely lock a lost smartphone
- Deploy software to 50 users with a single click
- Prevent sensitive files from being shared on WhatsApp or Gmail
- Allow access to corporate data only from secure devices
Who can support you with Intune?
Utixo is a certified Microsoft 365 partner, offering expert support for implementing and managing Intune within your organization.
- Initial platform setup
- Security policy management
- Ongoing device and user monitoring
- Continuous technical support
